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Progressive Building Society

Building Society
BelfastEst. 1914

Progressive Building Society is the largest locally headquartered building society in Northern Ireland, offering residential and buy-to-let mortgages. With a strong presence across Northern Ireland, they combine deep local market knowledge with competitive products for homebuyers and landlords in the region.

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Lending Focus

Progressive Building Society offers mortgage products across 2 categories including Residential, Buy-to-Let.

Key Features

  • Largest locally owned building society in Northern Ireland
  • Residential mortgages up to 90% LTV
  • Buy-to-let products for NI landlords
  • Available through brokers and branch network
  • Deep Northern Ireland property market expertise

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Largest locally owned building society in Northern Ireland
  • Deep Northern Ireland property market expertise
  • Both residential and buy-to-let products available
  • Available through brokers and branch network

Cons

  • Primarily focused on Northern Ireland — limited mainland UK presence
  • No bridging, commercial, or specialist lending products
  • Smaller product range than UK-wide lenders

Fees & Charges

Arrangement Fee

Typically £499–£999 — varies by product

Valuation Fee

Varies by property value — quoted at application

Early Repayment Charge

Typically applies during fixed-rate period — varies by product

Overpayment Allowance

Up to 10% of outstanding balance per year

Mortgage Rates

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Application Process

Processing Time

3–6 weeks from application to offer

Online DIP

No — via broker or branch

Offer Valid For

6 months from date of offer

Lending Criteria

Maximum LTV

90%

Self-Employed Welcome Contractors Welcome

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Progressive Building Society only lend in Northern Ireland?
Progressive Building Society primarily serves Northern Ireland borrowers and has deep expertise in the NI property market. Their lending is focused on properties in Northern Ireland.
Does Progressive Building Society offer buy-to-let mortgages?
Yes, Progressive Building Society provides buy-to-let products for landlords in Northern Ireland alongside their residential mortgage range.
What is the maximum LTV from Progressive Building Society?
Progressive Building Society offers residential mortgages up to 90% LTV for qualifying applicants.
Can I apply through a broker for a Progressive Building Society mortgage?
Yes, Progressive Building Society accepts applications through brokers as well as through their branch network across Northern Ireland.

How to Apply

Direct & Broker Access

You can apply directly with Progressive Building Society or through a mortgage broker. Using a broker gives you access to the whole market and may secure better terms. Find a broker

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Regulatory Status

PRA RegulatedYes
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